Day 149 One Year Bible Read Along

2 Chronicles 7-9 Summary, Key People/Places/Events, and Questions to Consider

Chapters 7-9 of 2 Chronicles continue with God's response to Solomon's prayer, Solomon's fame, and the visit from the Queen of Sheba.

In Chapter 7, God responds to Solomon's prayer with a display of fire from heaven that consumes the sacrifices. God promises Solomon that He will hear the prayers made in the temple, bless the land, and uphold Solomon's throne if he and his descendants remain faithful. This chapter also details the Feast of Tabernacles celebration and Solomon's subsequent dismissal of the people.

Chapter 8 highlights Solomon's various building projects and his regulation of the temple offerings, festivals, and duties of the Levites.

Chapter 9 recounts the visit of the Queen of Sheba, who is astounded by Solomon's wisdom and wealth. It also summarizes the extent of Solomon's riches, his death, and the ascension of his son Rehoboam to the throne.

Key figures include Solomon, God, the Levites, the Queen of Sheba, and Rehoboam. Key places and events include the temple in Jerusalem, the divine fire and response to Solomon's prayer, the visit of the Queen of Sheba, and Solomon's death.

Questions to consider might include: How does God's response to Solomon's prayer confirm His presence and blessing? What do Solomon's building projects reveal about his reign and priorities? What does the visit of the Queen of Sheba tell us about Solomon's international reputation?

John 11:1-29 Summary, Key People/Places/Events, and Questions to Consider

John 11:1-29 covers the event of Lazarus' illness and death, and Jesus' interactions with Lazarus' sisters, Martha and Mary.

The chapter begins with Lazarus falling ill. His sisters send a message to Jesus, who assures his disciples that the sickness will not end in death but will glorify God. Jesus stays two more days before deciding to go to Judea. His disciples express concern for his safety, but Jesus insists on going.

When Jesus arrives, Lazarus has been in the tomb for four days. Martha comes to meet Jesus and expresses her belief in him. Jesus tells her that he is the resurrection and the life, and those who believe in him will live, even though they die.

Key figures in this passage include Jesus, Lazarus, Martha, Mary, and the disciples. The key places are the location where Jesus receives the message about Lazarus and the village of Bethany where Lazarus is buried. Key events include the illness and death of Lazarus, Martha's interaction with Jesus, and Jesus' assertion of being the resurrection and the life.

Questions to consider might include: Why does Jesus delay going to Bethany upon hearing about Lazarus' illness? How does Martha's interaction with Jesus demonstrate her faith and understanding? What is the significance of Jesus' statement that he is the resurrection and the life?